Happy Anniversary to me!

Today is my 8th wedding anniversary. I was looking at a wedding scrapbook the other day and saw some papers from a wedding shower with advice from my guest for my upcoming marriage. I thought it would be fun to share them.

Sage: Don't fight over money. Be adventurous- try new things, have fun together. Leave notes for each other. Making out can still be fun after your married. Surprise each other. Say prayers together.

Friend Rachel: Don't expect the other person to know what you are thinking. No games!

Dana (This is my MIL): Don't try to change him- he's made of stone.

Bonnie: Choose your battles wisely.

Friend Heather: Always share your thoughts and opinions.

Friend Jenni: If you burn it the first time it's ok because you have plenty of time to practice.

Friend Kara: Always giggle and play and do fun things. Enjoy each other more than ever.

Friend Sarah: Keep a journal of all the cute things he says.

Friend Allison: If you get into a disagreement make-up (make-out) really fast.

Cousin Rachel: Try to always be positive and happy. Remember to be willing to compromise.

Grandma Baugh: Be happy. Greet the morning with a smile. Learn to give and take.

Aunt Bev: Nothing better that “clean sheets” when you're bone tired (For 8 years I've been trying to figure out if that advice is dirty or not :) ). Enjoy each moment together.

Cousin Kami Su: People always say never go to bed mad at each other, but sometimes if you just go to sleep things seem so much better in the morning.

Little sister KT: Let Aunt Katie visit whenever she wants. Maybe I'll even babysit. Buy lots of tv dinners and canned food, like soup.

Just because you're married doesn't mean you can't compliment each other. Be sure to spread kind words everyday

Funny friend Mel, making fun of a dress I wore as a missionary: Maybe you should wear a big red dress with little white polka dots just to add a little adventure and excitement. That is super important.

Also from Mel: Keep physically and mentally active. Continue to learn and grow together. Then when you're older you will love him even more!

When you get mad and are about to explode...just count to 10 and you won't say something you'll regret.

Don't sweat the small stuff. Where you disagree meet each other more than halfway. Time is more precious than money. Make time for memories.

Cousin Kim: Daily prayer and scripture study together are said to be something special for all couples or families to share in.

Don't let all the little things he does bug you too much.

Make dinner together and do the dishes together.

Give really good goodbye kisses. Ones that are hard to forget and leave butterflies in your stomach.

Darla: Try to do fun/lovey things for Gabe. Make each other feel important. Date 1 time a week. Talk Talk Talk. Go to the temple lots. Pray and read together.

Amy: Always remember to celebrate little anniversaries, 1st kiss, 1st date, etc. It'll keep you close and always excited.

Daphenie: Always be each other's best friend. Have fun together. Be sure to go on dates every week even if it is just taking a walk. Greet each other with a hug and a kiss every day. Marriage is great. Always cherish your temple marriage. Remember and accentuate the positive.